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Whiskey Review: Koval Four Grain

We review Koval Four Grain, a unique craft whiskey made from a mash bill of oats, malted barley, wheat, and rye.

OVERALL RATING

8
  • Katelyn Best, whisky writer & enthusiast.
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Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Nose:
The first impression is strong banana, in multiple forms. Actual bananas, banana runts, even—no shade intended—a whiff of 99 Bananas, my favorite artificially-flavored schnapps. There’s also a creaminess to it: bananas foster over ice cream? Moving on from the banana zone, it’s sprightly, with airy biscuit and light candy notes—confectioner’s sugar and vanilla frosting.
Palate:
Surprisingly un-candy-like, after the nose, with pie crust, cinnamon, and sticky dried fig. Pleasantly mouth-coating. I get some maple syrup and faint oak on the finish. Final Score and Thoughts: In one word, I would describe this whiskey as “fun.” I’m not sure what I expected going in, but it certainly wasn’t this—it’s a true surprise from start to finish, with just enough biscuit and a solid-enough mouthfeel to balance out the light sweetness of the nose. It would pair well with a creamy dessert, or a late-night viewing of Clueless.
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Katelyn Best

Katelyn Best, a freelance writer based in Portland, Oregon, is a regular contributor to The Whiskey Wash. She has a particular passion for exploring the unique and unconventional aspects of the whisky world.

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